Kalinga University Hosts 2-Day International Conference on Frontiers in Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences

Kalinga University recently hosted a two-day International Conference on the topic of ‘Frontiers in Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences: Translating Innovation into Impact to Sustainable and Equitable Healthcare’, which saw the presence of both experts and young scholars to discuss the ways in which state of the art research can help shape the future of health care around the world. The event centred on how pharmaceutical sciences can leave the labs to tackle real-life issues of access, sustainability and patient-centric care.

Scholars, researchers, practitioners, healthcare professionals and students were present at the conference, which provided a venue to discuss the latest developments, issues and innovations in pharmaceutical and related sciences across disciplines. During the two-day student talks and discussions, the students were encouraged to think of pharmacy not only as a set of formulas and lab protocols, but as a vital aspect of sustainability and social equality in healthcare provision on a global scale.

The Chief Guest Mr. B. R. Sahu, Additional Drug Controller and Regulatory Officer, State Food and Drug Administration, Naya Raipur provided information about the significance of research, innovation and regulatory excellence in enhancing pharmaceutical sciences and providing safe, effective and quality-assured healthcare. 

Special Guest Prof. (Dr.) Manju Singh Pt. Institute of Pharmacy. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur, also emphasised new fields like AI-based precision medicine, gene therapy and intelligent drug delivery systems, and how they can help deliver better patient results.

To the involved students of Kalinga University, the conference was a way of linking theory with practice in the pharmaceutical industry. Through their interaction with professionals and exposure to the trends around the world, students were able to offer insights that transcend textbooks and can equip them to play a role in a changing healthcare ecosystem. 

The university emphasised that these international academic interactions are to prepare its graduates with the knowledge, confidence and perspective that they would make a significant contribution to the future of pharmaceutical and allied sciences.